Director, Underwriting/Pricing

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Underwriting/Pricing based in the United States.

This is a senior actuarial and underwriting leadership role focused on developing, refining, and overseeing pricing models that support new product development, renewals, and ongoing customer programs. You will play a key role in shaping financial assumptions, evaluating risk, and ensuring the accuracy and consistency of underwriting methodologies across multiple business lines. The position requires close collaboration with finance, sales, and strategic business units to support product enhancements and competitive pricing strategies. You will also contribute to executive-level decision-making through deep analysis of claims, utilization trends, and cost structures. Operating in a fast-paced, data-intensive environment, this role blends technical actuarial expertise with strategic business impact. It is ideal for a leader who can translate complex data into clear, actionable pricing recommendations that drive sustainable growth.

This role is responsible for leading underwriting and pricing strategy development, ensuring accurate financial modeling and consistent application of actuarial and underwriting principles across products and programs.

• Develop, document, and maintain underwriting methodologies, pricing models, and analytical frameworks for new and existing products.
• Analyze utilization trends, claims data, and cost assumptions to ensure accuracy and reliability in financial modeling.
• Evaluate financial and risk impact of new product initiatives and provide recommendations to senior leadership.
• Oversee underwriting processes in collaboration with internal teams to ensure consistency, timeliness, and compliance with standards.
• Support RFPs, renewals, and client proposals by analyzing large and complex datasets from multiple sources.
• Partner with sales, marketing, finance, and product teams to align pricing strategies with business objectives.
• Provide executive-level insights, reports, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Interact with clients and internal stakeholders to resolve pricing, proposal, and data-related issues.

Requirements

This position requires strong actuarial expertise, advanced analytical capability, and experience in underwriting and pricing within a managed care or healthcare environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• ASA or FSA certification required.
• Strong experience in underwriting and actuarial pricing, ideally within managed care or healthcare industries.
• Deep understanding of cost modeling, utilization analysis, and claims data interpretation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience handling large datasets using analytical tools (e.g., Access or similar).
• Strong problem-solving and quantitative analysis skills with attention to financial accuracy and risk assessment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to present complex analyses to executive audiences.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and multiple priorities independently.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders across technical and non-technical teams.
• Self-starter mindset with adaptability to evolving products and business needs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $117,860 – $200,360 USD annually, based on experience and location.
• Eligibility for short-term incentives and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings plans and financial wellbeing programs.
• Remote work flexibility within the United States.
• Paid time off and holiday programs.
• Professional growth opportunities in actuarial, underwriting, and healthcare analytics domains.
• Inclusive and supportive work environment focused on development and wellbeing.